Welcome to the Brandon Community Food Security Series
Join us for a lineup of monthly events designed to advance the City of Brandon’s Food Policy and Food Charter through engaging and informative workshops.​
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Why Attend?
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Dynamic Educational Workshops: Dive into essential nutrition, learn practical meal preparation tips, and more!
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Support Local Farmers Markets: Connect with local producers and champion sustainable food practices.
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Master Sustainable Food Production: From preserving seasonal produce to reducing food waste, we've got you covered.
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Boost Your Nutrition Awareness: Discover how to make safe, healthy food choices for you and your family.
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Celebrate Food and Culture: Experience food as central to our culture and community.
These events are all about building connections, sharing knowledge, and growing together as a community. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, share, and grow with us. Be part of a community dedicated to building a sustainable and equitable food system. Register now to secure your spot!
August 17 - Healthy Foods
on a Budget
September 21 - Fall Harvest Preservation
October 26 - Understanding Food Inequity Panel
​Kickstart your journey with a nutrition basics seminar. Learn essential health principles and get practical tips for preparing healthy meals at home without breaking the bank.
Discover the art of canning, freezing, and drying produce for long-term storage. Get access to exclusive resources, recipes, and tips for cooking with fall produce.
Engage with community projects addressing food inequities. Learn strategies to address equitable access to healthy food for all and hear from those integrating marginalized communities.
November 16 - Regional Food System Linkages
Explore connections between producers and consumers. Map local food flows and learn how to incorporate locally sourced, seasonal ingredients into your meals.
January 18 - Newcomer Food Security and Cultural Exchange
Share personal stories of challenges and successes in navigating food in the community. Support the development of a local food map featuring local newcomer entrepreneurs.
February 8 - Indigenous Foodways
Delve into Indigenous food sovereignty in Manitoba. Explore cultural and traditional foods, culinary techniques, ingredients, and farming practices that honour and respect the land.
February 22 - Waste Less, Nourish More
Get hands-on tips for reducing food waste. Participate in interactive discussions and presentations on food packaging, recycling, rescue, and redistribution.
Funding for this project was provided by the Brandon Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation
